New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas (23) runs against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 15, 2014, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

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The Saints have promoted wide receiver Brandon Coleman and linebacker Jerry Franklin from their practice squad to the active roster; and in corresponding moves, they placed defensive lineman Akiem Hicks and running back Pierre Thomas on season-ending injured reserve, according to coach Sean Payton.

Hicks has a lingering ankle injury he played through the last game. Thomas left the Saints’ last game with hurt ribs.